Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment

Mission

The committee, pursuant to Executive Order 87-08, shall serve as a disability minority advocate. It shall identify for attention the issues and concerns pertaining to the rights and needs of all persons of disability and shall work to empower such individuals to take control over their own lives.

The committee shall advise the governor, legislature, state agencies, the business community, organized labor, other public and private organizations, and the general public on disability issues and concerns, and make recommendations to address those concerns, with emphasis on increasing opportunities for independence and employment.

Vision

The Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment is a nationally recognized leader in promoting equality, opportunity, independence, and full participation in life for persons with disabilities. Members strive to promote the diversity of persons with disabilities by representing the widest possible range of constituent groups, geographical perspectives, ethnic origins and cultural heritages.

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